Navigation Systems Flashcards
1
Q
What are the four major navigation systems on the aircraft
A
GPWS
EGPWS
TCAS
ETCAS
2
Q
what is the GWPS
A
enhances safety by assessing trends of the aircraft’s flight path to notify if ground impact is imminent.
3
Q
What is the ETCAS
A
Based on terrain data base - avoids controlled flight into height terrain or other aircraft.
4
Q
standard range for ETCAS
A
30NM for horizontal and 80NM forward, maximum of 12,700ft above and below
5
Q
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